Springfield Armory M1903 .30-06 Bolt-Action Rifle, 24 in Barrel, 1934 Receiver with 8-45 SA Replacement Barrel
This Springfield Armory M1903 stands out with a receiver manufactured in 1934 during the interwar period and a later Springfield Armory barrel marked "S A" with the U.S. Ordnance flaming bomb and dated 8-45. It features the classic straight S-type walnut stock with full-length handguard, a nickel-steel receiver, and the correct M1905 ladder rear sight with windage adjustment. The rifle retains key M1903 features valued by collectors, including the magazine cut-off, milled components, and stripper-clip guide.
The 24-inch barrel and iron sight setup reflect the rifle’s intended service configuration, while the 12.75-inch length of pull on the walnut stock supports a traditional handling feel. The combination of a 1934 receiver and an August 1945 SA-marked barrel provides clear, verifiable dating that adds context and interest for collectors.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The wood stock shows heavy wear. The receiver displays noticeable discoloration with widespread surface blemishes.
What’s Included
- Springfield Armory M1903 .30-06 bolt-action rifle
The receiver was produced at Springfield Armory in 1934 and is made of nickel steel. The rifle retains the wing safety and the magazine cut-off lever, as well as milled steel floorplate, trigger guard, and bands, aligning with period-correct construction.
The barrel is a Springfield Armory replacement marked "S A" with the U.S. Ordnance flaming bomb and dated 8-45. It measures 24 inches and pairs with a fixed blade front sight protected by ears and the M1905 barrel-mounted ladder rear sight with windage adjustment.
The internal 5-round magazine includes a stripper-clip guide for rapid charging. Capacity is listed as 5+1. The rifle keeps the classic M1903 handling profile with a straight S-type walnut stock and full-length walnut handguard.
Length of pull measures 12.75 inches. The rifle was made in the United States and represents the interwar period with a later wartime-dated barrel, offering documented features and markings that are easy to verify.